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May 7, 2026

Employment Litigation Associate – Junior Level – Washington, D.C.

Labor & EmploymentLitigation
Davis Wright Tremaine LLP

Davis Wright Tremaine LLP

District of Columbia

Employment Litigation Associate – Junior Level – Washington, D.C.

Davis Wright Tremaine LLP
Davis Wright Tremaine LLPDistrict of Columbia

Practice area

Labor & Employment · Litigation

PQE

2-3 years

Location

District of Columbia, District of Columbia

Salary

$205,000 - $330,000

Employment type

Full-time

Overview

  • Junior Associate position in Washington D.C., focusing on Employment Services.
  • Work involves complex employment litigation in federal and state courts, and administrative proceedings.
  • Support all phases of employment litigation, including case assessment, discovery, motion practice, and trial preparation.
  • Responsibilities include conducting legal research, drafting memoranda, pleadings, motions, and briefs.
  • Manage document productions, assist with discovery strategy, and prepare for and attend depositions, hearings, mediations, and court appearances.
  • Communicate directly with clients on case status and strategy, and collaborate with partners on case management.
  • Requires a JD from an accredited law school and active bar admission in D.C.
  • Minimum of 2 years of employment litigation experience, or comparable litigation experience, is required.
  • Must have demonstrated experience handling discovery, drafting motions, and conducting legal research. Strong writing, analytical, and oral advocacy skills are essential.
  • Candidates should have a demonstrated interest in employment law and representing employers.
  • The annual salary range for this position is $205,000 - $330,000.
  • Benefits include eligibility for a bonus, health, dental, vision, life, and long-term disability insurance, 401(k), Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs), an Employee Assistance Program (EAP), 10 paid holidays, 80 hours of sick leave, and approximately three weeks of vacation.
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Last updated: May 7, 2026

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